Mental Health of Children and Adolescents

Description

In today's fast-paced world, understanding the mental health of children and adolescents is more crucial than ever. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to make a significant impact on young lives through our comprehensive course, "Mental Health of Children and Adolescents."

Key Features:

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of children's and adolescents' mental health. Learners will explore the basics of mental health and child psychology, focusing on how relationships and attachment form in early childhood. The course examines the effects of separation and loss on these bonds, as well as various factors that influence a child's development. Participants will learn about common mental health issues, including autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, and effective strategies for managing these conditions. The course also covers self-harming behaviors, mental health treatments, and medications. Additionally, it looks at how mental health evolves throughout a person's life and examines relevant UK legislation and societal perspectives on mental health. By the end, learners will be equipped with the knowledge to understand, support, and advocate for the mental well-being of young people.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Mental Health

Module 02: Child Psychology

Module 03: Attachment and Relationship Building in Childhood

Module 04: Impacts of Separation and Loss on Attachment

Module 05: Factors that Influence Development

Module 06: Mental Health Problems in Young and Adults

Module 07: Other Mental Health Problems in Young and Adults

Module 08: Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia in Young and Adults

Module 09: Dealing With Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia in Young and Adults

Module 10: The Self Harming Behaviour

Module 11: Mental Health Treatment and Medicine

Module 12: Mental Health over Life Span and Society in the UK

Module 13: Mental Health Related Legislations in the UK

Learning Outcomes:

10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.